Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Pink Fishtail Ombre

Hey guys! Today's post is a manicure that I did that I wasn't crazy about, but I can't exactly place why. I think maybe I'm reacting to the black tips? I figured I'd share it anyway, though, as I know my tastes don't always completely match up with yours!

So let's start with the obvious here: it's a fishtail chevron manicure! I've made a video tutorial for this technique before, so make sure to check it out if you want to give this look a try. But don't be fooled -- not only is it just a fishtail, but it's also an ombre... and it has a naked nail base. Phew!

I believe the colors I used in the ombre were China Glaze Purr-fect Plum, Sally Hansen Twisted Pink, OPI If You Moust, You Moust, OPI Sparrow Me the Drama, and OPI Steady As She Rose.

The black is OPI Black Onyx.

What do you guys think of this look? Are you a fan, or, like me, are you unconvinced?

Oh, i think ombre fishtail is a great idea, but perhaps another ombre colour for the tips too. Or, reverse the pink from dark to light at the tip~ hmm yeah, i'm not into the black tip either =/ haha! But do love the ombre fishtail chevron idea =D

I love this look, but I think using a different color for the ombre would maybe make you like it better. Maybe you could use a shade of turquoise or green to make it pop more against the nude background instead of pink?